In response to a question about Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo, Kerr instead went out of his way to heap praise on another athletically-gifted player — Williamson — without mentioning him by name.

"No, but I saw some kid on Duke last night who is pretty impressive," Kerr told reporters. "My goodness."

Kerr then said he "probably can't say anything more, or mention his name" but specified that he was speaking about "the one who's 285 (pounds)." Much has been made about Williamson's athleticism at his size — he's a prolific dunker despite the fact that he would be the second-heaviest player in the NBA.

Steve Kerr amazed by Zion Williamson last night: “LeBron, I thought that was a one shot deal...” and then realizes he can’t say anything: “Adam, wherever you are, please don’t fine me.” pic.twitter.com/dkmrOG1JcJ

The NBA generally discourages team officials from making comments that could indicate future interest in a player, including those at the college level.

Williamson, whom ESPN rated as the No. 2 prospect in last year's recruiting class, finished with 28 points and seven rebounds in just 23 minutes of action Tuesday night in the Blue Devils' 118-84 romp of Kentucky.